Hard Past, New Future

Chapter 7 - Finally get to see him

April 25! Tomorrows the big day! I've finished all of my planning and I'm set! The boys helped alot and I really appreciate it! I'm super excited!

I've still been thinking about my thoughts on Niall, I'm not over thinking it because I could overwhelm myself over something that probably won't even happen. He hasn't really spoken to me much either since yesterday, even this morning at breakfast all he said was 'mornin' and not a word after that. Oh well, I'm not gonna let it get to me. I'd much rather focus on how stoked I am to see my Dad today!! He called me at about noon and said since he can't make it to my actual birthday tomorrow due to work, he was going to meet me at Dunkin Donuts at 5:00. It's 4:30 now so I have a bit to get ready. I haven't seen my Dad for about 7 months, I've missed him so much! He's met the boys a couple times and he really has a great friendship with them, I've spoken to him about my break up with Louis, and I told him not to bring it up. He agreed to not speak of it.

I'm basically ready to head to go see my dad, I just need to grab the gift I got for him, a $430 watch. I've been saving up for it for a while, I got it about a week ago, unsure of when I was going to see him, but now is just perfect timing. I grabbed it from my desk, put on my shoes, grabbed my car keys and head out. I was so focused on going to see my dad, I didn't even notice if there were any paparazzi around. Not even they could spoil this moment. It took me about 5 minutes to get there, I may have sped a bit, but oh well! I pulled up to the curb & rushed out of my car. I pulled open the door to see my Dad right at the first table I saw.

We both locked eyes right when I walked in. I was speechless. I haven't seen him in so long. We both ran to each other and hugged each other for what felt like forever. "Hello Sweetie" he spoke, his voice soft. "Hi Daddy." I whispered, my eyes filling with warm tears that streamed down my face and onto his winter coat. We walked back to the booth he was sitting in, we sat across from each other. He held my hand. "How have you been?" He grinned softly. "Great, and you?" I spoke with a smile appearing across my face. "Busy. But wonderful now." He said, his smile not fading. I noticed he had a small pink bag by his feet, he followed my gaze. "Oh yeah!" He exclaimed reaching down. "Here's your birthday present." He handed it to me. I opened it slowly, feeling the suspense. It held a velvet box, I opened the top. Inside, there was a golden necklace with a locket on the end. On the outside of it, it had the word 'love'. I opened it and it held a picture of me and my sister, Jennette. I teared up again. "Oh my gosh.." I covered my mouth and rushed to the other side of the table to hug him again. "Thank you so much" I shrieked. I went back to my seat.

"I have a gift for you too!" I said with a toothy smile, I reached inside of my purse and pulled out the box with the watch in it and handed it to him. His eyes widened as he opened it. He looked completely speechless. "Oh honey! I can't thank you enough! This must've cost you a fortune!" I smiled "Oh it's fine! You really deserve it!" We spoke for about another hour about life and how it's been. He peered at his new watch. "Well I hate to say it, but I have to head back!" I saddened. "Oh alright." I accepted we both got up and shared one last hug. "I hope to see you soon." We left the building and went to our vehicles. I drove back home.

"How was your visit with your father?" Smiled Liam as I walked through the door. "It was wonderful! It's always great to see him, especially after 7 months." He nodded "Great to hear!" I hung my jacket up and went to the livingroom. I didn't turn on the TV. I just sat on the couch and played with my locket. It felt smooth at my fingertips. This will be something I cherish forever. I decided since I haven't spoken to Niall all day, I go hang with him. I got up from the couch and went to his door. I knocked, "Can I come in?" I asked.

Nialls POV

"Shit!!" I murmured under my breath. It was Katrina and all her gifts were in sight. I hid the roses & the gift bag inside my dresser door. She walked in. "Hey. What's up?" She spoke. "Oh nothing much." I answered. I didn't want to show much emotion so I could surprise her even MORE tomorrow. I just hope I don't hurt her by not carrying the conversation. "Sooo..." Katrina whispered. I smirked.

Katrina's POV

He obviously doesn't want my company.. I guess I'll just leave. "Well, I'm gonna head to my room" He nodded. Just as I exited through the door he spoke. "Wait, how is your dad doing?" I walked backwards back in. "He's great! Thanks." I smiled. He smiled back. I walked back through the door awkwardly to my room. It was only 7:00 and I had nothing to do. I flicked on the TV and sponge bob was on. I left it on that channel and lye on my bed. My eyes grew heavy and were starting to close, I knew I was going to fall asleep, so I switched off the TV, changed into my PJs and went to bed. At least ill be up early for tomorrow.